Plate
€130
Hotel Avg
€180
Best Month
September
Airport Dist.
3km
Estimated Budget
Complete guide for your wedding in Skiathos
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Skiathos, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Endless turquoise waters, pine-covered hills, and the romance of the Sporades islands. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 9.6/10 in romanticism, Skiathos offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Skiathos has excellent leisure infrastructure (8.2/10) which guarantees your guests enjoy to the max before and after the banquet.
The best and worst of marrying in Skiathos
Main advantages
- Spectacular fine sand beaches and turquoise Aegean waters.
- Its own international airport makes arrivals easy for European guests.
- Relaxed vibe and lush green island landscapes perfect for photography.
Points to keep in mind
- Highly competitive pricing and availability during peak season in July and August.
- Limited vehicle transport between remote beaches and chapel locations.
The style in Skiathos
Dominant Style
Beach Chic
Local Tradition
Couples boat ride in a decorated Greek caique and sunset beach toast with Ouzo liqueur and local olives
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Skiathos
Kassandra Bay Resort & Spa
5-star resort with direct beach access, ideal for elegant banquets facing the sea.
Skiathos Princess Hotel
Chic resort surrounded by gardens with excellent dining options at the beach's edge.
Elivi Skiathos
Refined luxury set in a natural reserve overlooking the famous Koukounaries beach.
Wedding traditions in Greece
What a local guest expects to see on the wedding day.
Stefana
Wedding crowns joined by a ribbon placed on the couple's heads and swapped three times.
Koufeta
Sugared almonds in odd numbers gifted to guests to symbolize the indivisibility of the marriage.
Legal requirements to marry in Greece
Application steps, timing and paperwork for foreigners.
Civil authority
Town Hall (Demarcheio)
Minimum notice
15 days
Witnesses per spouse
1
Key steps
- Publish a marriage notice in a local Greek newspaper at least 15 days prior.
- Submit the license application to the local town hall.
- Civil ceremony before the mayor or Orthodox religious ceremony.
- Register the marriage at the Civil Registry Office (Lixiarchio) within 40 days.
Extra documents for foreigners
If you do not reside in Greece- Apostilled certificate of marital capacity officially translated into Greek.
- Birth certificate translated and apostilled.
- Copy of the local newspaper announcement.
How to get there from Greece
Main airports
Rail
Hellenic Train
Common departure points
Madrid · Barcelona · Athens · London · Rome
Typical vendors in Greece
What Greek couples ask most
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Alojamiento para tu boda en Skiathos
Precio medio: ~180€/noche
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Vuelos a Skiathos
Encuentra los mejores vuelos comparando cientos de aerolineas y agencias. Alertas de precio incluidas para que reserves en el mejor momento.
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Que hacer en Skiathos
Actividades para invitados que viajan a la boda: tours guiados, experiencias locales y planes para los dias previos o posteriores.
Cancelacion gratuita en la mayoria de actividades
Preparativos esenciales
Seguro de viaje
Imprescindible para viajar tranquilos
- Cobertura medica
- Cancelacion de vuelos
- Equipaje perdido
- Asistencia 24h
eSIM internacional
Internet sin roaming ni sorpresas
- Datos ilimitados
- Sin cambiar de SIM
- Activa al instante
- Cobertura en +190 paises
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a wedding in Skiathos cost?
The average plate price is 130€. A lovely seaside wedding of 80 guests typically costs between 20,000€ and 38,000€.
Does Skiathos have an airport?
Yes, Skiathos Airport (JSI) features direct connections to Athens and seasonal charter flights from all over Europe.
What is the best time of year for a wedding on the island?
Late May to September. September is fantastic, with warm water temperatures and fewer tourists.
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